Everglades EVBI7451 Combi Microwave Oven User Manual

Everglades EVBI7451 Combi Microwave Oven

Introduction

Cooking with your new microwave oven is safe and relaxing. You can have the tastiest dishes on the table in no time at all. The appliance is extremely easy to use, partly thanks to the automatic cooking and defrosting programmes. You will find information about the installation, safety, operation and maintenance of your appliance in this instruction manual. Read the separate safety instructions before using the appliance! Read this user instruction before using the appliance and keep it in a safe place for future use. The installation instructions are included separately

Your new appliance
Use this section to familiarise yourself with your new appliance. The control panel and the individual operating controls are explained. You will find information on the cooking compartment and the accessories.

Control panel

Touch keys and display
The touch keys are used to set the various additional functions. On the display, you can read the values that you have set.

Function selector
Use the function selector to set the type of heating.

Parameter adjustment
Use the adjusting keys to set the parameters.

Cooling fan
Your appliance has a cooling fan. The cooling fan switches on during operation. The hot air escapes above the door. The cooling fan continues to run for a certain time after operation.

Caution!
Do not cover the ventilation slots. Otherwise, the appliance will overheat.

Notes

• The appliance remains cool during microwave operation. The cooling fan will still switch on. The fan may run on even when the microwave operation has ended.
• Condensation may appear on the door window, interior walls and floor. This is normal and does not adversely affect microwave operation. Wipe away the condensation after cooking

Accessories

Turntable
As a surface for the wire rack. Food that particularly requires a lot of heat from underneath can be prepared directly on the turntable. The turntable can turn clockwise or anti-clockwise. Place the turntable on the drive in the centre of the cooking compartment. Ensure that it is properly fitted.

• Never use the microwave without the turntable.
• The turntable can withstand a maximum of 5 kg.
• The turntable must turn when using all types of heating.

Lower wire rack
For the microwave and for baking and roasting in the oven.

Higher wire rack
For grilling, e.g. steaks, sausages and for toasting bread. As a support for shallow dishes.

Note
The type and quantity of accessories are subject to actual demand.

Before using the appliance for the first time
Here you will find everything you need to do before using your oven to prepare food for the first time. First, read the section on Safety information.

Setting the clock
Once the appliance is connected, “00:00” will blink, the buzzer will ring once. Set the clock.

1. Touch “- +” key between 00:00 and 23:59
2. Touch the key. The time is set.

Heating the oven
To remove the new cooker smell, heat the oven when it is empty and closed. One hour with Hot air at 230 °C is ideal. Ensure that no packaging remnants have been left in the cooking compartment.

1. Use the function selector to set Hot air.
2. Touch the key and then touch the” – +” key to set the temperature to 230 °C.
3. Touch the key. Touch the” – +” key to set the cooking time to 60 minutes.
4. Touch the key. The oven begins to heat up.

Cleaning the accessories
Before you use the accessories for the first time, clean them thoroughly with hot soapy water and a soft dishcloth.

Setting the oven

There are various ways in which you can set your oven. Here we will explain how you can select the desired type of heating and temperature or grill setting. You can also select the oven cooking time for your dish. Please refer to the section on Setting the time-setting options.

Setting the type of heating and temperature
Example: Hot air at 200 °C for 25 minutes.

1. Set the function selector to .
2. The default temperature of 180 °C will be light. Touch the key.
3. Touch the” – +” key to set the temperature to 200°C.
4. Touch the key. Touch the” – + ” key to set the cooking time to 25 minutes.
5. Touch the key. The oven begins to heat up.

Opening the oven door during operation
Operation is suspended. After closing the door, touch the key. Operation continues.

Pausing operation
Touch the key to pause the operation. Then touch the ® key to continue the operation.

Changing the cooking time
This can be done at any time. Touch the key. Touch the “- +” key to change the cooking time.

Changing the temperature
This can be done at any time. Touch the for the new temperature setting. Touch the” _ + “key to set the temperature.

Cancelling operation
Touch the key twice to cancel the operation.

Rapid Preheating
With rapid preheating, your oven reaches the set temperature particularly quickly.
Rapid Preheating is available for the following types of heating:

To ensure an oven cooking result, only put your food in the cooking compartment when the preheating phase is complete.

1. Setting the type of heating and temperature.
2. Touch the key.
3. The symbol lights up in the display.
4. Touch the key.
5. The oven begins to heat up.

The preheating process is complete

1. A signal sounds. The symbol in the display blinks.
2. Put your dish in the oven.

Cancelling rapid preheating
During setting the rapid preheating function, touch the can cancel the function. During rapid preheating, touch the or can cancel the function. Also, you can open the door to cancel the function.

Note

1. The rapid preheating function only works if you have already chosen one of the modes above. During preheating, the microwave function is switched off.
2. Only when you can hear the alarm and the preheating icon is blinking you can open the door and put food inside.

The microwave
Microwaves are converted to heat in foodstuffs. The microwave can be used solo, i.e. on its own, or in combination with a different type of heating. You will find information about ovenware and how to set the microwave.

Note
In the Expert Cooking Guide, you will find examples of defrosting, heating and cooking with the microwave oven.

Note
The step quantities for the adjustment time of the coding switch are as follows”:

Suitable ovenware
Suitable dishes are heat-resistant ovenware made of glass and glass ceramic. porcelain. ceramic or heat-res stant olastic. These materials allow microwaves to pass unread. You can also use serving dishes. This saves you from having to transfer food from one dish to another. You should only use ovenware with decorative gold or silver trim if the manufacturer guarantees ina: they are suitable for use in microwavos.

Unsuitable ovenware
Metal ovenware is unsuitable. Metal does not allow microwaves to pass through. Food in covered metal containers will remain cold.

Caution!
Creation of sparks: metal – e.g. a spoon in a glass – must be kept at least & cm from the oven and the inside of one door. Sparks could destroy the glass on the inside of the door.

Ovenware test
Do not switch on the microwave unless there is food inside. The following ovenware test is the only exception to this rule. Perform the following test if you are unsure whether your ovenware is suitable for use in the microwave:

1. Heat the empty ovenware at maximum power for ½ to 1 minute.
2. Check the temperature occasionally during that time.
3. The ovenware should still be cold or warm to the touch.
4. The ovenware is unsuitable if it becomes hot or sparks are generated.

Microwave power settings
Use the key to set the desired microwave power.

Notes

• When you touch a key, the selected power lights up.
• The microwave power can be set to 900 watts for a maximum of 30 minutes.
• With all other power settings, a maximum cooking time of 1 hour 30 minutes is possible.

Setting the microwave
Example: Microwave power setting 300 W, cooking time 17 minutes

1. Set the function selector to . The default microwave power 900W will appear.
2. Touch the key, the default cooking time will blink. Touch ” – +* key to adjust the cooking time to 17 minutes
3. Touch the key. Touch the” – +” key to adjust the microwave power to 300W.
4. Touch the key.

The cooking time has elapsed
A signal sounds. Microwave operation has finished

Opening the oven door during operation
Operation is suspended. After closing the door, touch the key.

MicroCombi operation
This involves the simultaneous operation of the grill and the microwave. Using the microwave makes your dishes ready more quickly, but they are still nicely browned. You can switch on all microwave power settings.
Exception: 900 watts

Setting Microwave Combi operation
Example: microwave 100 W, 17 minutes and hot air 190 °C.

1. Set the function selector to +
2. The default temperature of 180°C will blink. Touch the key. Touch the” – +” key to set the temperature to 190 °C.
3. The default microwave power is 300W. Touch the key again and then touch the- + key to set the microwave power to 100W.
4. Touch the key. Touch the” – +”key to set the cooking time to 17 minutes.
5. Touch the key.
6. Appliance operation begins. The cooking time starts counting down.

The cooking time has elapsed
A signal sounds. The combination mode has finished.

Automatic programmes
The automatic programmes enable you to prepare food very well. easily. You select the programme and enter the weight of your food. The automatic program makes the optimum setting. You can choose from 13 programmes. Always place the food in the cold cooking compartment.

Setting a programme
When you have selected a programme, set the oven. The temperature selector must be in the off position.
Example: Programme 3 with a weight of 1 kilogramme.

Changing the cooking time
This can be done at any time. Touch the key. Touch “- + key to change the cooking time.

Changing the microwave power setting
This can be done at any time. Touch the for the new microwave power setting. Touch the + key to set the microwave power.

Pausing operation
Touch the key briefly. The oven is paused. Touch the key again to continue the operation.

Cancelling operation
Touch the key twice to cancel the operation.

Notes

• When you touch the microwave key, the highest microwave power setting always lights up as the suggested setting.
• If you open the appliance door during cooking, the fan may continue to run.

Opening the oven door during cooking
Operation is suspended. After closing the door, touch the key briefly. The programme will then continue.

Pausing operation
Touch the key briefly. The oven is paused. Touch the key again to continue the operation.

Changing the cooking time
This can be done at any time. Touch the key. Touch “- key to change the cooking time.

Changing the microwave power setting
This can be done at any time. Touch the for the new microwave power setting. Touch the +”key to set the microwave power.

Changing the temperature
This can be done at any time. Touch the for the new temperature setting. Touch the +”key to set the temperature.

Cancelling operation
Touch the key twice to cancel the operation.

1. Touch the key.
2. The first programme number appears in the display.
3. Touch  – + or key to select the programme number P03.
4. Touch the key.
5. Touch the  – + key to set the weight, cooking time will shown.
6. Touch the key. The programme starts. You can see the cooking time counting down

Auto Menu

Notes

• The programmes with a ‘ are preheated. During preheating, the cooking time pauses and the preheating symbol is on. After preheating, you will hear an alarm and the preheating symbol will blink.
• The programs with ** only use the microwave function.

Programme has ended

• A signal sounds. The oven stops heating.

Changing the programme
Once you have started the programme, the programme number and weight cannot be changed.

Cancelling the programme
Touch th key twice to cancel the operation.

Changing the cooking time
If using automatic programmes, you cannot change the cooking time.

Defrosting programmes
You can use the 2 defrosting programmes to defrost meat, poultry and bread.

1. Touch the key.
2. The first programme number appears in the display.
3. Touch the “- +” or key to select the programme number.
4. Touch the key.
5. Touch the “- +” key to set the weight, cooking time will shown.
6. Touch the key. The programme starts. You can see the cooking time counting down.

Notes

Preparing food
Use food that has been frozen at -18 °C and stored in portion-sized quantities that are as thin as possible. Take the food to be defrosted out of all packaging and weigh it. You need to know the weight to set the programme.

• Liquid will be produced when defrosting meat or poultry.
• Drain off this liquid when turning meat and poultry and under no circumstances use it for other purposes or allow it to come into contact with other foods.

Ovenware
Place the food in a microwaveable shallow dish, e.g. a china or glass plate, but do not cover it. When defrosting chicken and chicken portions (d 01), an audible signal will sound on two occasions to indicate that the food should be turned.

Resting time
The defrosted food should be left to stand for an additional 10 to 30 minutes until it reaches an even temperature. Large pieces of meat require a longer standing time than smaller pieces. Flat pieces of meat and items made from minced meat should be separated from each other before leaving to stand. After this time, you can continue to prepare the food, even though thick pieces of meat may still be frozen in the middle. The debate can ho romauad from poultry of this point.

Setting the time-setting options
Your oven has various time-setting options. You can use the key to call up the menu and switch between the individual functions. A time-setting option that has already been set can be changed directly with the ” – + ” key.

Setting the clock
Once the appliance is connected, “00:00” will blink, the buzzer will ring once. Set the clock.

1. Touch” – +” key between 00:00 and 23:59
2. Touch the key.
3. The time is set.

Setting the cooking time
The cooking time for your meal can be set in the oven. When the cooking time has elapsed, the oven switches itself off automatically. This means that you do not have to interrupt others to change the clockwork to switch off the oven. The cooking time cannot be accidentally exceeded. The oven starts. The cooking time counts down in the display.

The cooking time has elapsed
An audible signal sounds. The oven stops heating.

1. Touch and hold the key for 3 seconds in the waiting state.
2. The actual time disappears and then the time will blink in the display.
3. Touch the” – +” key to set the new time and touch the key to confirm the setting.

Childproof lock
The oven has a childproof lock to prevent children from switching it on accidentally. The oven will not react to any settings. The timer and clock can also be set when the childproof lock has been switched on.

Switching on the childproof lock
Requirement: No cooking time should be set. Touch and hold the key for approx. 3 seconds. The symbol appears in the display. The childproof lock is activated.

Switching off the childproof lock
Touch and hold the key for approx. 3 seconds. The symbol on the display goes out. The childproof lock is deactivated.

Childproof lock with other cooking operations
When other cooking programmes have been set, the childproof lock is not operational.

Cooking tips

Heating and cooking

• The microwave oven always heats with the same intensity. The more you put in the microwave oven, the longer the cooking time.
• Wide, flat dishes become hot more quickly than narrow, tall dishes.
• Covering dishes with cling film or a suitable lid prevents spattering, shortens cooking time and helps maintain the humidity of the dish.
• Caution! Remove the cling film or lid carefully afterwards. The steam that comes off can be very hot!
• If necessary, moisten foods that quickly dehydrate. First, soak potatoes and vegetables in cold water for a moment before placing them in the microwave oven. This prevents skin from forming on them.
• For uniform results, it is best to stir or turn meals once or twice.
• When reheating foods that have already been cooked before, always select the highest microwave power level.
• When cooking in a microwave oven, only small quantities of water, salt and seasoning are necessary. Best add salt after cooking. This prevents moisture from being drawn out of the food.
• Food continues to cook for some time after the microwave oven has been switched off. Keep this in mind, don’t overcook your meals.
• Caution! When heating small quantities of powdery products (such as when drying herbs), always place a glass of water in the microwave. Otherwise, due to the small quantity, there is a chance of spontaneous combustion.

Defrosting

• Always defrost large, dense pieces using the defrosting programme.
• The food will defrost gradually and evenly, you will not run the risk of the outside drying while the centre is still frozen.
• To speed up the defrosting process, it is recommended that after a while the food be divided up into smaller pieces. For large pieces of meat and dense food, introduce a couple of breaks into the defrosting process.
• When defrosting irregularly shaped food, halfway through the defrosting time you can cover or wrap the thin parts with aluminium foil.
• Preferably use the oven grid when preparing meals. Never place cold (frozen) meals directly on the glass turntable. The temperature difference may cause it to crack!

Factors that affect the cooking process

• The temperature of the ingredients affects the cooking times. A cold meal will require a longer cooking time than a meal that is already at room temperature.
• Light, delicate foods cook more quickly than heavy, solid foods, such as stews and rolled meats. Take care when cooking light, delicate foods. The edges quickly become dry and tough.
• Small pieces of food are heated more evenly if you place them separately in the microwave, preferably in a circle.
• When using microwave-/combi microwave functions, first position the round wire rack on the turntable and then place the dish on the wire rack. This way, the heat can circulate properly and your dish will be done in no time.
• Bones and fat conduct heat better than meat. Covering chicken legs and wings with aluminium foil prevents burning these parts.
• Microwaves penetrate food to a depth of about 3 cm. The centre of thick foods is heated as a result of heat from the heated part (the outside) spreading to the inside.
• Meat and poultry that is cooked in the microwave for more than about 15 minutes becomes lightly browned.
• Any food cooked for a shorter time can be rubbed beforehand with a ‘browning’ sauce, such as Worcestershire sauce, soya bean oil or barbecue sauce.
• Greaseproof paper prevents splattering. It also retains heat better.

Basic techniques

• Arranging food
  Place thicker pieces on the edge of the turntable. Foods placed on the edge of the turntable receive the most microwaves.

• Stirring
  By stirring dishes regularly you distribute the heat stored in them. Always stir from outside to inside, since the outside of the dish always becomes hot first.

• Turning
  Turn large, thick foods frequently. They then cook more evenly and quickly.

• Pricking
  Foods with a skin or shell, such as egg yolks, shellfish and fruit, burst in the microwave. You can prevent this by pricking them a few times with a fork or skewer beforehand.

• Checking
  Foods cook quickly. You should therefore check them frequently. Take food out of the microwave just before it is done.

• Standing
  Once you have taken it out of the microwave, let the food stand covered for, in general, 3 to 10 minutes. The food continues to cook. Foods that have a dry crust, such as cake, should not be covered

Cooking vegetables

• Use fresh vegetables if possible. If the vegetables have become limp because they have been kept for too long, you can refresh them by soaking them in cold water for a little while.
• Use a large dish to cook vegetables, so the bottom of the dish is not covered by too thick a layer.
• Preferably cook vegetables with the water that clings to them.
• Always cover the dish with a lid or microwave cling film.
• Do not add salt. The salts naturally present in the vegetables usually provide enough flavour. If you must add salt, do so after cooking.
• Cook vegetables for as short a time as possible. Allow them to continue to cook after the microwave has been switched off.
• Check whether the vegetables are done by pricking them with a fork or skewer.

Cooking fish

• Fish should be cooked gradually. With thin fish, fatty fish or small portions, therefore, set the power level to 30%. In other cases, you can safely set the power level a bit higher.
• Allow, however, for the food to continue to cook after the microwave has been switched off.
• Fish is done when the flesh has become opaque.

Maintenance

Keeping your appliance neat

• Refer to the care and cleaning instructions in the instruction manual.
• Salts are very abrasive. If salt is deposited in the cooking compartment, rust could develop in places.
• Acidic sauces, such as ketchup and mustard, or salted foods, e.g. cured roasts, contain chloride and acids. These affect the stainless steel surface. Clean the cooking compartment after each use.
• DO NOT use harsh abrasive cleaners or sharp metal scrapers to clean the oven door glass since they can scratch the surface, which may result in shattering of the glass (if provided).
• DO NOT use a steam cleaner to clean the microwave oven.
• If the seal on the outside of the cooking compartment is very dirty, the cooking compartment door will no longer close properly during operation. The fronts of adjacent units could be damaged. Keep the seal clean.
• Clean the inside and outside of the oven regularly using soapy water and dry it thoroughly with a dry cloth.
• Make sure that the microwave distributor cover (inside the oven on the right) is clean. A cover that is not clean may cause sparking.
• Clean the inside immediately after use. Use a damp cloth to remove any condensation, the liquid that has boiled over and food that remains.
• Crumbs and liquid that remain behind absorb microwave energy and lengthen cooking times.
• Clean the accessories regularly; use soapy water and a brush and dry the accessories thoroughly with a dry cloth. The accessories may also be washed in a dishwasher.
• Odours will disappear if you put a glass of vinegar or water – with lemon juice added – in the oven space. Switch the microwave on for two minutes on full power. Then wipe with a damp cloth.

Lighting
The LED lighting should only be replaced by an authorised installer.

Faults

What to do if…
If the microwave oven does not cook as well as it should, if there is sparking inside it, or if it does not start, etc., first try to find the reason for the problem yourself before calling the service department.

Check

• Is the plug in the socket?
• Is the door closed properly?
• Have the power level and the cooking time been set properly?
• Are there any objects in the microwave oven that shouldn’t be there?
• Are you using the correct cooking utensils?
• Is the turntable in the microwave oven?
• Are the vents blocked?
• Has the food been defrosted sufficiently?
• Did you stir or turn the food during cooking?
• Is the childproof lock turned on

Installation instructions
On the label on the inside of this equipment, you will find the total wattage, the required voltage and the frequency.

Product specifications

Depth excluding the 20 mm depth of the dashboard.

General Warranty Conditions

1. The products of Everglades come with a full 5-year factory warranty after purchase.

2. This warranty can never be transferred and only applies within the Netherlands. Local warranty rules will apply in other countries. Visits by a technician are only possible in the BeNeLux.

3. A copy of the purchase receipt must always be supplied when reporting a repair. A cover under the warranty will not be available if this receipt is not present.

4. The warranty does not apply to:

   • Easily breakable components such as glass, plastic, seals, lights, etc.
   • Normal wear and tear, such as strings, hinges, buttons, other moving parts, etc.
   • Situations where the device has been in contact with chemical and/or electro-chemical products or other unsuitable products.
   • If faults in the device can be attributed to transport damage beyond our control, or improper installation and assembly.
   • Incorrect use, sub-standard maintenance and failure to comply with instructions concerning operation and assembly.
   • Non-household use, like in hair salons, hospitality settings, etc.
   • Claims against the warranty will become void if repairs or procedures on the device are carried out by persons other than our service team, and if the device is fitted with components or accessories that are classed as non-original components and can thus cause defects.

5. Under the warranty, faulty components will, as the service team sees fit, be repaired free of charge or replaced by appropriate components. It will be up to the service team to determine whether a repair must be carried out by a technician or whether the fault must be resolved by sending the concerned component to the consumer. Devices that can be transported normally (e.g. in a car) must be returned to the point of purchase for further service. Devices that cannot be transported normally will be repaired on-site. Repairs under the warranty always require a valid purchase receipt to be presented. Replaced components will become our property.

6. If a complaint is unfounded, all accompanying costs must be paid by the consumer.

7. If you believe that a planned service visit does not need to take place, this must be reported by the previous working day otherwise costs will be charged.

8. The faulty device must be clean, empty and easily accessible during service visits. If this is not the case, the technician can refuse to perform repairs and the cost of the visit will be charged.

9. Repair or replacement during the warranty period will not result in the warranty period being extended. Damage that has been caused by a faulty device must be personally reported by the consumer to his or her insurance.

10. Additional or alternative claims, particularly to compensate for damage caused outside the
    device, are excluded unless such liability has been prescribed by law.

11. In addition, by legal provisions, we bear unrestricted liability for damage that falls under the Product Liability Act and all damage that can be attributed to deliberate contractual breaches, gross negligence or deliberate intent on our part, or the part of our legal representatives or persons appointed by us.

12. The warranty conditions of Everglades are subject to Dutch law. Service number for the Netherlands: 0900-0404040 www.everglades.nl Service number for Belgium: 0032-(0)38080919

References

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